Introduction to Theory-Driven Program Evaluation

<p><em>Introduction to Theory-Driven Program Evaluation</em> provides a clear guide for practicing evaluation science and numerous examples of how these evaluations actually unfold in contemporary practice. A special emphasis is placed how to conduct theory-driven program evaluations that are culturally responsive and strengths-focused.</p><p>In this thoroughly revised new edition author Stewart I. Donaldson provides a state-of-the art treatment of the basics of conducting theory-driven program evaluations. Each case follows a three-step model: developing program impact theory; formulating and prioritizing evaluation questions; and answering evaluation questions. The initial chapters discuss the evolution and popularity of theory-driven program evaluation as well as step-by-step guide for culturally responsive and strengths-focused applications. Succeeding chapters provide actual cases and discuss the practical implications of theory-driven evaluation science. Reflections challenges and lessons learned across numerous cases from practices are discussed.</p><p>The volume is of significant value to practicing evaluators professors of introductory evaluation courses and their students advanced undergraduate and graduate students and serves as a text or a supplementary text for a wide range of evaluation and applied research courses. It is also of great interest to those interested in the connections between work and health well-being career development human service organizations and organizational improvement and effectiveness.</p>